"These impressive individuals will bring a wide diversity of talent to our board, with years of experience in international trade and logistics law, government and media," said Carla Stone, executive director of WTC Delaware. "They all have strong ties to the Delaware business community and understand what Delaware businesses need to be successful in the international marketplace."

WTC Delaware is a private-sector, nonprofit organization helping Delaware companies succeed in the international marketplace. With a primary focus on export promotion, WTC Delaware develops programs to assist businesses and organizations.

Panayotti is founder and president of Port to Port International Corp., one of the nation's largest shippers of used vehicles and construction machinery. Founded in Delaware in 1998, Port to Port has offices in some Central American countries.

Short chairs the Delaware General Assembly's Economic Development, Banking Insurance and Tourism Committee. He has been a state representative for 10 years.

Silverman is an attorney at MacElree Harvey in Centreville. He advises manufacturers and service providers on all matters affecting international trade.

Charlie Tomlinson has worked in the Delaware business community for more than 40 years, serving as vice president of business development for Today Media, publisher of Delaware Today and other publications.